Now go to row 2. We can place the 2 and 6 in the last two cells in this row (the 6 has to go in block 2). Since we have 2 in the first cell of row 2, that determines where the 1 and 2 go in row 9.

After placing the 1 and 2 in row 9, we can complete row 3 by entering the 9 and the 4.

Now we have three columns with only one empty cell. After entering those numbers we have only to complete column five and the puzzle is solved!

Now you have the basic solving strategy for SuDoku puzzles. Time to try solving some on your own. Here is a selection of easy sudoku puzzles to practice on. As your skill improves, move on to the harder puzzles. Happy puzzling!

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